PCP Drug Crimes

PCP Manufacturing, Sales & Use

PCP, also called Angel Dust, is an illegal hallucinogenic drug sold as a tablet, capsule, powder or liquid. It is a Schedule II substance under the Controlled Substances Act.

A Los Angeles drug crime lawyer from Takakjian & Sitkoff should be contacted immediately if you have been charged with a drug crime involving PCP, such as possession, manufacturing, trafficking or sales. There are severe penalties for PCP offenses including imprisonment, fines, asset seizure, court-ordered drug treatment and registration as a narcotics offender. Our attorneys' considerable experience in criminal defense cases involving drug crimes will help in achieving the best possible outcome in your case.

Many drug crime defenses involve issues pertaining to search and seizure. Our firm's legal team is comprised of former Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorneys and a former police detective who are intimately familiar with law enforcement procedures. We will thoroughly investigate the charges against you and ensure your constitutional rights have not been violated.

PCP Lawyer in Los Angeles

While possession of PCP for personal use may result in a misdemeanor charge depending on the circumstances of the case, PCP manufacturing, distribution and sales are often charged as felonies. Sentencing in a felony PCP can include lengthy prison sentences and heavy fines, including:

• Possession with intent to distribute: imprisonment for 3-5 years
• Possession with intent to distribute: fines up to $25,000
• Possession of chemical for manufacturing: imprisonment for 2-6 years
• Manufacturing: imprisonment for 3-7 years
• Manufacturing: fines up to $50,000

The law also allows for sentencing to be enhanced (increased) by additional factors such as prior convictions, the involvement of minors and the use of weapons. A skilled attorney from our firm will look for ways to suppress evidence and weaken the prosecutor's case.

If you have been charged with a drug crime involving PCP, contact a Los Angeles PCP lawyer from our office for aggressive defense and to ensure your rights are protected.